Ashli Watts: Road to recovery depends on legal liability, unemployment fund, education/childcare
As we continue to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, the road to Kentucky’s economic recovery will no doubt be longer than…
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Chamber president warns some employers could see major unemployment insurance tax increases
Kentucky’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund currently has a balance of $0. This comes as the Commonwealth has the highest…
Kentucky Chamber launches statewide campaign to change stigma around substance use disorder
In an effort to help Kentuckians struggling with substance use disorder, assist businesses in developing recovery-friendly work environments, and engage…
Ashli Watts: Are we ready to reopen? As businesses do, please support them as they have supported us
As many businesses are reopening here in the Commonwealth, the question has been asked: are we ready? And this…
Kentucky Chamber recognizes 11 legislators as MVPs of 2020 General Assembly for strong leadership
The 2020 General Assembly saw progress on many issues important to the business community. The Kentucky Chamber announced the recognition…
Ashli Watts: State businesses are stepping up in the fight against COVID-19; we will get through this
I don’t think any of us could have imagined what has transpired over the last week. The coronavirus has not…
Commentary: Legislation shows Kentuckians path to long-term recovery for substance use disorders
By Ashli Watts and Jennifer Hancock In communities across Kentucky, substance use disorders have taken a tremendous toll. Every day…
Gov. Andy Beshear, Rep. Koenig, others work to build support for sports wagering bill in the House
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Andy Beshear and Rep. Adam Koenig, R-Erlanger, were among the participants in a joint…
Commentary: Three reasons why health advocates just won’t leave ‘vape’ retailers, makers alone
By Ben Chandler, Terry Brooks, Ed.D., Ashli Watts and Brent Wright, M.D. Manufacturers and retailers who sell Juul and…
Smoke-free advocates rally in Frankfort for measures to decrease soaring youth use of e-cigarettes
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky’s Coalition for a Smoke-free Tomorrow rallied in Frankfort this week to call on…
Commentary: New generation set to lead Kentucky as torch is passed and challenges remain
By Ashli Watts and OJ Oleka In 1960, as the American people entered a new year and, notably, a new…
Kentucky Business-Education Roundtable sets 2020 priorities; includes four central goals
The Kentucky Business-Education Roundtable will push for key initiatives to support education and workforce development during the 2020 General Assembly,…
State Chamber of Commerce names first woman, Ashli Watts, president and CEO; Adkisson retiring
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce has named Ashli Watts of Frankfort as President and CEO of the state’s largest business…
Government Briefs: St. Onge, Thayer honored by state groups, two NKyians named to state boards
St. Onge honored by Kentucky League of Cities The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) bestowed a 2018 “Friend of Kentucky…
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